Sports

Super Eagles Still Work in Progress but Evolving — Akuneto

Nigeria-born coach Chuks Akuneto has described the Super Eagles as a “work in progress” despite their convincing win over Mozambique. Akuneto noted improvements in both the team’s attacking and defensive play, highlighting the squad’s growing cohesion and tactical maturity. He believes that with continued refinement, the Super Eagles can perform strongly against Algeria and other

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Sports

Côte d’Ivoire Head Coach Faé Relishes Win Over Burkina Faso

Côte d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé has expressed satisfaction following his team’s 3‑0 victory over Burkina Faso in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. Faé praised the players for their discipline, coordination, and effective execution of the game plan. He said the team’s strong performance boosts their confidence as they prepare to face Egypt in

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Sports

WAFCON 2026 Draw Set for January 15 in Rabat

The Confederation of African Football has announced that the draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will take place in Rabat, Morocco, on 15th January 2026. The tournament will feature 16 teams from across Africa, including defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons. Officials said the draw will determine group placements, setting the stage

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Sports

Super Eagles Must Maintain Winning Formula Ahead of Algeria Clash

Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has urged the Super Eagles to stick to the winning strategy that secured their 4‑0 victory over Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Adepoju praised the team’s attacking and defensive performances but warned that Algeria would present a significantly tougher challenge in the

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Politics Community

Ikwerre LGA Chairman Vows Zero Tolerance for Land Grabbing

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government, Charles Wobodo, has reiterated his administration’s zero-tolerance policy on land grabbing in the council area. Wobodo made the statement when members of the Okwe family from Omukenke–Omuike community in Aluu brought suspected land grabbers to the Ikwerre Local Government Council Secretariat. He assured residents that the local government would

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Politics

Ijaw National Congress Condemns Verbal Attacks on Rivers State Governor

The Ijaw National Congress (INC), Eastern Zone, has criticized recent verbal attacks targeting the person and office of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. The Chairman of INC, Eastern Zone, Abel Peterside, specifically condemned comments by Victor Giadom and Senator George Sekibo, describing them as provocative and unbecoming. Peterside emphasized that the office of the governor

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Security General

Police Arrest 12 Suspects Over Violent Attack at Unity Estate, Port Harcourt

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested twelve suspects in connection with the violent invasion and attack at Unity Estate along Airport Road, Port Harcourt. According to the police, the incident, which occurred on Monday, January 5, left several residents traumatized, while properties were also damaged during the attack. The police disclosed that one of

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Politics

Rivers Liberation Movement Demands Arrest of Suspects Over Attack on Convener

The Rivers Liberation Movement has called on the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the attack on its Convener, Dr. Leloonu Nwibubasa, which occurred during a live television interview in Port Harcourt. Addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, the Director-General of the Rivers Liberation Movement, Randolph Iwo-Brown, said it was not enough

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Foreign Politics

Burkina Faso Says Plot to Kill Military Leader Traoré Foiled

Burkina Faso has announced that security forces have thwarted an alleged plot to assassinate the country’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The country’s Security Minister disclosed this in a late-night broadcast, stating that the plan was sophisticated and had been carefully coordinated. According to the minister, the alleged plot was masterminded by Lieutenant Colonel Paul

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Foreign General

US May Require Visa Bonds of Up to $15,000 for Nigerian Travellers

Nigerians and other travellers applying for the United States B1/B2 visas may now be required to post visa bonds of up to $15,000 under a new travel restriction introduced by the US State Department. Visa bonds are financial guarantees demanded by the US government from certain foreign nationals from countries classified as high-risk. The requirement

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